Things were a bit more complicated for the voters when choosing how the rest of the top 10 should line up, but in the end the voters settled on Big 12 and Sugar Bowl champion Oklahoma to be the No. 3 team. Playoff semifinalist Washington narrowly edged Rose Bowl champion Southern California for the No. 4 spot. Ohio State slid to No. 6 after being vanquished by the Tigers in the playoffs. Penn State, Florida State, Wisconsin and Michigan round out the top 10.

Clemson Tigers head coach Dabo Swinney and Alabama Crimson Tide head coach Nick Saban shake hands after the 2017 College Football Playoff National Championship Game at Raymond James Stadium. Kirby Lee, USA TODAY Sports

Clemson Tigers linebacker Chad Smith (43) celebrates in the confetti after defeating the Alabama Crimson Tide in the 2017 College Football Playoff National Championship Game at Raymond James Stadium. Kim Klement, USA TODAY Sports

Clemson Tigers quarterback Deshaun Watson (4) celebrates with the trophy after beating Alabama Crimson Tide in the 2017 College Football Playoff National Championship Game at Raymond James Stadium. Kirby Lee, USA TODAY Sports

Alabama Crimson Tide defensive back Anthony Averett (28) reacts after the game against the Clemson Tigers in the 2017 College Football Playoff National Championship Game at Raymond James Stadium. Mark J. Rebilas, USA TODAY Sports

Alabama Crimson Tide head coach Nick Saban reacts during a post-game press conference after their loss to Clemson Tigers in the 2017 College Football Playoff National Championship Game at Raymond James Stadium. Steve Mitchell, USA TODAY Sports

Clemson Tigers head coach Dabo Swinney celebrates with the trophy after defeating the Alabama Crimson Tide in the 2017 College Football Playoff National Championship Game at Raymond James Stadium. Kim Klement, USA TODAY Sports

Clemson Tigers wide receiver Mike Williams (7) makes a catch while defended by Alabama Crimson Tide defensive back Marlon Humphrey (26) during the fourth quarter in the 2017 College Football Playoff National Championship Game at Raymond James Stadium. Steve Mitchell, USA TODAY Sports

Alabama Crimson Tide linebacker Anfernee Jennings (33) reacts after the game against the Clemson Tigers in the 2017 College Football Playoff National Championship Game at Raymond James Stadium. Clemson defeated Alabama 35-31. John David Mercer, USA TODAY Sports

Clemson Tigers quarterback Deshaun Watson (4) dives for the end zone against Alabama Crimson Tide defensive back Ronnie Harrison (15) during the fourth quarter in the 2017 College Football Playoff National Championship Game at Raymond James Stadium. Mark J. Rebilas, USA TODAY Sports

Alabama Crimson Tide defensive back Marlon Humphrey (26) breaks up a pass for Clemson Tigers wide receiver Mike Williams (7) during the third quarter in the 2017 College Football Playoff National Championship Game at Raymond James Stadium. John David Mercer, USA TODAY Spor

Alabama Crimson Tide tight end O.J. Howard (88) scores a touchdown during the third quarter against the Clemson Tigers in the 2017 College Football Playoff National Championship Game at Raymond James Stadium. Steve Mitchell, USA TODAY Sports

Clemson Tigers head coach Dabo Swinney celebrates with quarterback Deshaun Watson (4) after a touchdown against the Alabama Crimson Tide during the fourth quarter in the 2017 College Football Playoff National Championship Game at Raymond James Stadium. Kim Klement, USA TODAY Sports

Alabama Crimson Tide running back Bo Scarbrough (9) sits no the field after being injured during the third quarter against the Clemson Tigers in the 2017 College Football Playoff National Championship Game at Raymond James Stadium. Mark J. Rebilas, USA TODAY Sports

Alabama Crimson Tide tight end O.J. Howard (88) celebrates with teammates after scoring a touchdown against the Clemson Tigers during the third quarter in the 2017 College Football Playoff National Championship Game at Raymond James Stadium. Kirby Lee, USA TODAY Sports

Clemson Tigers quarterback Deshaun Watson (4) is hit by Alabama Crimson Tide linebacker Reuben Foster (10) during the third quarter in the 2017 College Football Playoff National Championship Game at Raymond James Stadium. Jasen Vinlove, USA TODAY Sports

Clemson Tigers quarterback Deshaun Watson (4) throws a pass during the third quarter against the Alabama Crimson Tide in the 2017 College Football Playoff National Championship Game at Raymond James Stadium. Mark J. Rebilas, USA TODAY Sports

Clemson Tigers wide receiver Hunter Renfrow (13) celebrates with teammates after scoring a touchdown against the Alabama Crimson Tide in the 3rd quarter in the 2017 College Football Playoff National Championship Game at Raymond James Stadium. Jasen Vinlove, USA TODAY Sports

Alabama Crimson Tide quarterback Jalen Hurts (2) talks with offensive coordinator Steve Sarkisian on the sidelines during the third quarter in the 2017 College Football Playoff National Championship Game against the Clemson Tigers at Raymond James Stadium. Kirby Lee, USA TODAY Sports

Alabama Crimson Tide linebacker Ryan Anderson (22) picks up a fumble as Clemson Tigers wide receiver Hunter Renfrow (13) defends during the third quarter in the 2017 College Football Playoff National Championship Game at Raymond James Stadium. Steve Mitchell, USA TODAY Sports

Alabama Crimson Tide head coach Nick Saban and his team watch a play during the second quarter against the Clemson Tigers in the 2017 College Football Playoff National Championship Game at Raymond James Stadium. Steve Mitchell, USA TODAY Sports

Clemson Tigers running back Wayne Gallman (9) is tackled by Alabama Crimson Tide defensive lineman Joshua Frazier (69) and Dalvin Tomlinson (54) during the second quarter in the 2017 College Football Playoff National Championship Game at Raymond James Stadium. Matthew Emmons, USA TODAY Sports

Clemson Tigers quarterback Deshaun Watson (4) reacts after bring brought down by Alabama Crimson Tide linebacker Reuben Foster (10) during the second quarter in the 2017 College Football Playoff National Championship Game at Raymond James Stadium. John David Mercer, USA TODAY Sports

Clemson Tigers quarterback Deshaun Watson (4) scores a touchdown on an 8 yard run past against the Alabama Crimson Tide during the second quarter in the 2017 College Football Playoff National Championship Game at Raymond James Stadium. Matthew Emmons, USA TODAY Sports

Alabama Crimson Tide players celebrate after running back Bo Scarbrough (not pictured) scores a touchdown during the second quarter against the Clemson Tigers in the 2017 College Football Playoff National Championship Game at Raymond James Stadium. John David Mercer, USA TODAY Sports

Alabama Crimson Tide running back Bo Scarbrough (9) runs for a touchdown against Clemson Tigers safety Van Smith (23) during the second quarter in the 2017 College Football Playoff National Championship Game at Raymond James Stadium. Kirby Lee, USA TODAY Sports

Alabama Crimson Tide running back Bo Scarbrough (9) runs for a touchdown against the Clemson Tigers during the second quarter in the 2017 College Football Playoff National Championship Game at Raymond James Stadium. Kirby Lee, USA TODAY Sports

Clemson Tigers defensive tackle Carlos Watkins (94) celebrates a play as Alabama Crimson Tide running back Bo Scarbrough (9) lays on the field during the first quarter in the 2017 College Football Playoff National Championship Game at Raymond James Stadium. John David Mercer, USA TODAY Sports

Alabama Crimson Tide quarterback Jalen Hurts (2) hands the ball off to running back Joshua Jacobs (25) against the Clemson Tigers during the first quarter in the 2017 College Football Playoff National Championship Game at Raymond James Stadium. Kim Klement, USA TODAY Sports

Alabama Crimson Tide defensive back Minkah Fitzpatrick (29) celebrates a turnover during the first quarter against the Clemson Tigers in the 2017 College Football Playoff National Championship Game at Raymond James Stadium. John David Mercer, USA TODAY Sports

Clemson Tigers quarterback Deshaun Watson (4) throws the ball as he is pressured by Alabama Crimson Tide linebacker Ryan Anderson (22) in the 2017 College Football Playoff National Championship Game at Raymond James Stadium. Matthew Emmons, USA TODAY Sports

Clemson Tigers head coach Dabo Swinney speaks to an official during the first quarter against the Alabama Crimson Tide in the 2017 College Football Playoff National Championship Game at Raymond James Stadium. Steve Mitchell, USA TODAY Sports

Alabama Crimson Tide place kicker Adam Griffith (99) kicks a point after during the first quarter against the Clemson Tigers in the 2017 College Football Playoff National Championship Game at Raymond James Stadium. Steve Mitchell, USA TODAY Sports

Clemson Tigers defensive end Clelin Ferrell (99) reacts after a play during the first quarter against the Alabama Crimson Tide in the 2017 College Football Playoff National Championship Game at Raymond James Stadium. Mark J. Rebilas, USA TODAY Sports

Clemson Tigers wide receiver Artavis Scott (3) is brought down by Alabama Crimson Tide defensive back Anthony Averett (28) and defensive back Tony Brown (2) during the first quarter in the 2017 College Football Playoff National Championship Game at Raymond James Stadium. John David Mercer, USA TODAY Sports

Alabama Crimson Tide running back Bo Scarbrough (9) runs for a touchdown against Clemson Tigers defensive back Ryan Carter (31) during the first quarter in the 2017 College Football Playoff National Championship Game at Raymond James Stadium. Kim Klement, USA TODAY Sports

Alabama Crimson Tide wide receiver ArDarius Stewart (13) runs the ball against Clemson Tigers linebacker Judah Davis (36) during the first quarter in the 2017 College Football Playoff National Championship Game at Raymond James Stadium. Kim Klement, USA TODAY Sports

Alabama Crimson Tide running back Bo Scarbrough (9) is stopped by Clemson Tigers cornerback Cordrea Tankersley (25) and defensive tackle Dexter Lawrence (90) during the first quarter in the 2017 College Football Playoff National Championship Game at Raymond James Stadium. John David Mercer, USA TODAY Sports

Alabama Crimson Tide fans cheer prior to the game against the Clemson Tigers in the 2017 College Football Playoff National Championship Game at Raymond James Stadium. John David Mercer, USA TODAY Sports

Clemson Tigers head coach Dabo Swinney links arms with his team prior to the game against the Alabama Crimson Tide in the 2017 College Football Playoff National Championship Game at Raymond James Stadium. Steve Mitchell, USA TODAY Sports

Clemson Tigers quarterback Deshaun Watson (4) enterst the stadium before the 2017 College Football Playoff National Championship Game against the Alabama Crimson Tide at Raymond James Stadium. Mark J. Rebilas, USA TODAY Sports

Peyton Manning (left) and Steve Spurrier (right) on the field prior to the game between the Alabama Crimson Tide and the Clemson Tigers in the 2017 College Football Playoff National Championship Game at Raymond James Stadium. Matthew Emmons, USA TODAY Sports

A general view of the logo on the field before the 2017 College Football Playoff National Championship Game between the Alabama Crimson Tide and the Clemson Tigers at Raymond James Stadium. Jasen Vinlove, USA TODAY Sports